First COM Express compact size Type 6 module with 5th-generation Intel core processor
29-01-2015 |
Adlink
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Subs & Systems
Adlink has announced its first COM Express Compact Size Type 6 module, the
cExpress-BL, based on the 5th generation Intel Core processors i7-5650U,
i5-5350U and 5th generation Intel Core i3-5010U processor (codename
Broadwell U), with support for up to 16GB dual channel DDR3L memory.
Featuring improved graphics and processing performance compared to the
previous generation Intel processor, the cExpress-BL is suitable for fanless
edge device solutions that demand intense graphics performance and
multitasking capabilities in a space-constrained environment, such as
digital signage for medical, transport and retail, or machine vision
applications in factory automation, says the company.
"The ADLINK cExpress-BL is pin-to-pin compatible with the previous
generation cExpress-HL module and facilitates system integrators with a
seamless scale-up to 5th generation Intel Core processors are designed to
lower development costs and reduce time to market," said Henk van Bremen,
director of Adlink's Module Computing Product Segment. "End customers can
easily upgrade their equipment with minimized investment and get the most
out of their existing infrastructure with excellent CPU and graphics
performance, extended life cycle and maximized ROI."
Samuel Cravatta, IOTG product line director, added: "The new 5th generation
Intel Core processor family built using Intel's latest 14nm process
technology is designed to deliver excellent graphics and performance in a
small thermal envelope, supporting the next generation of Internet of Things
solutions. With 5th generation Intel Core processors inside, edge devices
can have stunning video performance and fast computing power in optimized
cost modes for end users."
The Adlink cExpress-BL features Intel HD Graphics 5500 and 6000 integrated
in the CPU and provides two DDI channels (with up to 4K resolution) and one
LVDS channel supporting three independent displays, enabling it to drive
multiple HD screens without the need for a discrete graphics card. In
addition, Embedded DisplayPort (eDP) is optionally available to support next
generation displays. The cExpress-BL also provides high-bandwidth I/O,
including four PCIe x1 or single PCIe x 4, four SATA 6 Gb/s, two USB 3.0 and
six USB 2.0 for peripheral devices and data transfer. A wide range of
operating systems are supported, including Linux, Windows 7 and 8.1u,
Windows Embedded Standard 7, Windows Embedded Industry 8.1, and VxWorks.
A complete range of COM Express engineering test tools accompany the
cExpress-BL to expedite application development. These tools include the COM
Express Type 6 starter kit, which allows customers to proceed with carrier
board design and software verification simultaneously; the T6-DDI video
adapter card, which provides easy access to the cExpress-BL's DDI ports; and
the LPC POST debug board. A customized BIOS service is available, as well as
ADLINK's carrier board design service that provides a quick and
cost-effective alternative to full custom development by the manufacturer.
Experienced engineers are available to help developers to get their product
to market in a timely and efficient manner, says the company.
The cExpress-BL is equipped with the company's Smart Embedded Management
Agent (SEMA) to provide access to detailed system activities at the device
level, including temperature, voltage, power consumption and other key
information, and allow operators to identify inefficiencies and malfunctions
in real-time, thus preventing failures and minimizing downtime. ADLINK's
SEMA-equipped devices connect seamlessly to our SEMA Cloud solution to
enable remote monitoring, autonomous status analysis, custom data
collection, and initiation of appropriate actions. All collected data,
including sensor measurements and management commands, are available from
any place, at any time via encrypted data connection, says the company.